Trolls attack Lorraine over ‘disgraceful' way she broke Kim Woodburn's death on live TV
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LORRAINE Kelly has been slammed for the "disgraceful" way she announced Kim Woodburn's death.
The presenter was blasted by viewers for showing "no empathy" over the beloved cleaning star's passing.
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The Queen of Clean sadly passed away yesterday
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Lorraine was blasted by viewers for showing "no empathy"
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Kim Woodburn on the 'Loose Women' TV show in 2018
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Kim, who rose to fame on Channel 4's hit series How Clean is Your House, passed away yesterday.
The 83-year-old's family announced her death today, with touching tributes rolling in from devastated friends, colleagues and fans.
But ITV viewers have furiously slammed Lorraine for showing "no feeling" and seeming "unbothered".
"Lorraine, you are a disgrace", one X user posted.
Another distraught fan said: "I'm actually shocked at the lack of empathy Lorraine showed announcing the death of Kim Woodburn."
It comes as...
The presenter, 65, appeared unmoved as she announced: "Kim Woodburn, who I'm sure you know... well, she's died at the age of 83.
"Famous, of course, for How Clean Is Your House and her controversial time on Celebrity Big Brother."
She then read out the statement that was released by Kim's family today, before quickly moving forward.
"Right, it is 10 past nine..." she continued after the brief announcement.
A representative for Kim said this morning: "It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness.
"Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person.
"Her husband Peter is heartbroken at the loss of his soulmate.
"We are so proud of the amazing things Kim achieved in her life and career.
"We kindly ask that Kim's husband and close friends are given the time and privacy they need to grieve.
"We will not be releasing any further details."
Her How Clean is Your House co-star lead tributes, writing: 'Kim was a tormented soul, but now she's finally at peace.
"We clashed often. Behind the fierce persona was deep pain and incredible strength.
"She survived because she had to. I hope she's resting now. She was an unforgettable woman.'
Kim went on to star in a number of shows including I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in 2009 and Celebrity Big Brother in 2017.
She also regularly appeared on ITV's Loose Women and This Morning.
Tributes have today flooded in for the reality TV star who was a "force of nature".
In recent years, she has become known for being outspoken about a number of other TV personalities.
As recently as February, she branded celebrity chef D'Acampo a "full of himself little pig".
She also last year slammed Louis Walsh as a "nasty, two-faced" music mogul during his own time on Big Brother.
Kim blasted ITV and BBC bosses, too, for recruiting reality stars as presenters.
Kim is survived by her husband Peter Woodburn.
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Kim Woodburn also appeared on 'I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!' in 2009
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